I particularly like slight hint of earthiness in this wine, and the suggestion of spice in the otherwise fruit-driven...
Exitus, California (United States) 2010
Twenty-five bucks is hardly chump change, but all things considered this is a quality wine that tastes more expensive than...
Bridlewood, Central Coast (California) 2010
Blending a host of different grapes together definitely seems to be a trend in California, with results ranging from excellent...
Stuhlmuller, Alexander Valley (Sonoma County) Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
I love the wines even though some vintages of Stuhlmuller’s Cabernet verge on being exhaustingly vigorous. The 2009 is...
Lost Angel, (California) 2008
There’s a lot going on here, most notably the mix of different grapes involved in making this red wine, including...
Andrew Murray, Central Coast (United States) Syrah 2009
If “Tous les Jours” suggests that this is a wine to be consumed every day I don’t...
Sobon Estate, California (United States) Zinfandel 2010
From one of California’s best known Zinfandel producers, this wine’s strong suit is its abundance of chocolaty...
Mirassou, California (United States) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Mirassou has been making dependable, easy-on-the-palate wines for many decades. This Cabernet is typical of the...
Chateau St. Jean, California (United States) 2010
A couple of nights ago I tasted a selection of California red wines priced at $15 and less. Most were Cabernet...
Chateau Ste Michelle, Horse Heaven Hills (Washington) Merlot 2009
Ripe and easy to drink, this medium weight Merlot is jam-packed with fruit that is balanced by just enough acidity to keep...
Ñandú, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2010
With its generous proportions and rich, fruity flavors further embellished by touches of vanilla and spice,...
Cellar Adventures: The Case of the Leaking Cork
While foraging around in the cellar looking for some wine to pour with the ham and cheese omelet I was planning to whip up...